2016 BLUE BIRD VISION
27 recalls, 2 complaints - 97 TSBs
22V736000 Oct 4, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2013-2021 Vision school buses equipped with Ford 6.8L LPG engines. The LPG supply line may be damaged from contact with the RH park brake cable, which can result in a fuel leak.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and repair the fuel lines and the park brake cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Blue Bird's customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R22CA-SB.
20V235000 Apr 27, 2020
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2009-2019 Vision transit buses. The floor-mounted parking brake may fail to hold the vehicle stationary on an incline when the vehicle is loaded to its maximum weight, due to an insufficient application force. As such, these vehicles fail to c... Read more
Consequence
A parking brake system that is set to an insufficient application force may result in an increased possibility of unintended vehicle movement, which increases the risk of injury to bystanders.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the floor mounted park brake application force hand lever assembly and adjust the application force, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 24, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 478-822-2242. B... Read more
20V234000 Apr 27, 2020
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2006-2021 Vision and 2007-2013 All American school buses. The floor-mounted parking brake may fail to hold the vehicle stationary on an incline when the vehicle is loaded to its maximum weight, due to an insufficient application force. As suc... Read more
Consequence
A parking brake system that is set to an insufficient application force may result in an increased possibility of unintended vehicle movement, which increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the floor mounted park brake application force hand lever assembly and correct the application force, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin June 24, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 478-822-2242. ... Read more
20V125000 Mar 3, 2020
SEATS:BARRIERS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2008-2021 Vision and All American school buses. The seat barrier behind the driver seat with an integrated 3-point seat belt may have been installed incorrectly and may be missing the reinforcing bracket. As such, these vehicles fail to compl... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash, the seat barrier may not adequately protect the occupant seated behind the seat barrier separating them from the driver seat with integrated 3-point seat belt, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and properly install the seat barrier including adding reinforcing bracket, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin April 23, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for ... Read more
19V796000 Nov 6, 2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2013-2020 Vision transit buses equipped with Ford engines. The brake light switch mounting bracket may have caused the brake light switch to be incorrectly adjusted at installation and/or the brake light switch mounting bracket may deform when ... Read more
Consequence
Improperly functioning brake lights could confuse following motorists and fail to warn them that the bus may be stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird issued owners an interim notification December 10, 2019. Dealers will install a new, redesigned brake light switch mounting bracket along with a new brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue... Read more
19V795000 Nov 6, 2019
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2013-2020 Vision school buses equipped with Ford engines. The brake light switch mounting bracket may have caused the brake light switch to be incorrectly adjusted at installation and/or the brake light switch mounting bracket may deform when ... Read more
Consequence
Improperly functioning brake lights could confuse following motorists and fail to warn them that the bus may be stopping, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird distributed owners an interim notification on December 10, 2019. Dealers will install a new, redesigned brake light switch mounting bracket along with a new brake light switch, free of charge. The recall began March 6, 2020. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-224... Read more
19V391000 May 24, 2019
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Vision and All American school buses equipped with Bendix ADB22X air brakes. The driver side rear brakes may drag.
Consequence
A dragging brake may cause damage to the brake components, which may activate the ABS warning light. The warning light may cause the driver to immediately stop the vehicle and transfer occupants. Additionally, the high temperatures at the wheel end can increase the risk of a fire. Either conditio... Read more
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a new caliper with an updated clearance adjustment mechanism, free of charge. Blue Bird issued owners interim notification on July 18, 2019. The recall began August 28, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. B... Read more
19V393000 May 24, 2019
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Vision and 2015-2020 All American non-school buses equipped with ADB22X disc brakes. The driver side rear brakes may drag.
Consequence
A dragging brake may cause damage to the brake components, which may activate the ABS warning light. The warning light may cause the driver to immediately stop the vehicle and transfer occupants. Additionally, the high temperatures at the wheel end can increasing the risk of a fire. Either condit... Read more
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a new caliper with an updated clearance adjustment mechanism, free of charge. Blue Bird issued owners interim notification on July 18, 2019. The recall began August 28, 2019. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. B... Read more
19V082000 Feb 11, 2019
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Vision and All American school buses equipped with Ricon S-Series Titanium Wheelchair lifts. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor... Read more
Consequence
If the wheelchair lift platform raises above the height of the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user could fall inwards toward the vehicle, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will replace the wheelchair lift positioning input cam, free of charge. The recall began March 4, 2019. Owners may contact Ricon customer service at 1-800-322-2884. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R19ZP-SB.
18V885000 Dec 12, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Blue Bird Vision transit buses equipped with the Ford 6.8L V10 engines. The hydraulic brake lines or transmission shifter cable may have been improperly routed, causing the brake line to be exposed to excessive heat, and leak hydrau... Read more
Consequence
A hydraulic brake fluid leak or a fuel line failure can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket which will insulate the brake lines from excessive heat, control routing of the brake lines, and secure the transmission shifter cable away from the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Blue... Read more
18V884000 Dec 12, 2018
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2013-2020 Blue Bird Vision school buses equipped with the Ford 6.8L V10 engines. The hydraulic brake lines or transmission shifter cable may have been improperly routed, causing the brake line to be exposed to excessive heat, and leak hydrauli... Read more
Consequence
A hydraulic brake fluid leak or a fuel line failure can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will install a bracket which will insulate the brake lines from excessive heat, control routing of the brake lines, and secure the transmission shifter cable away from the fuel line, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Blu... Read more
17V510000 Aug 17, 2017
SEATS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2019 Vision and model year 2016 All American school buses equipped with certain QS11 series convertible school bus seats supplied by CE White/HSM Solutions. The integral D-Ring mounting stud located in the upper area of the sea... Read more
Consequence
In a rear crash event, the occupant's head may contact the D-Ring mounting stud, resulting in a head injury or even death.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will equip the Integra D-Ring mounting studs with the proper padding, free of charge. The recall began on September 15, 2017. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R17ZB-SB.
17V202000 Mar 23, 2017
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2016 Vision and All American school buses, equipped with certain QS11, QSCR11, QSJ11, and Davenport school bus seats that include three-point lap/shoulder seat belts. These seats may have a loose or missing D-ring mounting nut, allowing the s... Read more
Consequence
A loose or missing shoulder belt D-ring may prevent the seat belt from adequately restraining the seat occupant in the event of a crash, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and personnel from the school bus seat manufacturer will inspect and repair the affected seats, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2017. Owners may contact Blue Bird Campaigns Administration at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R17YZ (SB... Read more
17V100000 Feb 15, 2017
STRUCTURE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Vision school buses manufactured February 19, 2014, through March 3, 2017, equipped with a frame mounted battery box. The support brackets for these battery boxes may crack causing the battery box to separate from the chassis.
Consequence
If the battery box detaches, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the buses, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2017. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R17YY-SB.
17V101000 Feb 15, 2017
STRUCTURE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Vision transit buses equipped with frame mounted battery boxes. The support brackets for these battery boxes may crack causing the battery box to separate from the chassis.
Consequence
If the battery box detaches, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and repair the buses, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on March 20, 2017. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R17YY-NSB.
16V543000 Jul 19, 2016
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Vision transit buses manufactured September 24, 2015, to May 21, 2016, equipped with 6.8L Ford engines and Gen 3 propane units. The affected vehicles have propane fuel lines that may rub or are crossed and secured together... Read more
Consequence
A propane leak In the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute any Gen 3 propane lines that are not parallel. If damaged, the fuel line(s) will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-4... Read more
16V542000 Jul 19, 2016
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 Vision school buses manufactured July 3, 2014, to June 24, 2016, equipped with 6.8L Ford engines and Gen 3 propane units. The affected vehicles have propane fuel lines that may rub or are crossed and secured together, poss... Read more
Consequence
A propane leak in the presence of an ignition source may increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reroute any Gen 3 propane lines that are not parallel. If damaged, the fuel line(s) will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 15, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1... Read more
16V405000 Jun 6, 2016
EQUIPMENT
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2017 All American transit buses manufactured from November 13, 2014, through May 4, 2016, and 2016-2017 Vision transit buses manufactured from May 30, 2015, through February 2, 2016, equipped with Ricon S-Series (S2005 and S5510... Read more
Consequence
If the platform side plates crack or the platform mounting fails from out-of-position bearings, the lift platform can separate from the lift and come to rest against the vehicle's lift door. When the vehicle's doors are opened, the platform may fall onto the lift operator, increasing their risk of ... Read more
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and Ricon dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on June 27, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-47... Read more
16V006000 Jan 8, 2016
OTHER:SCHOOL BUS STOP ARM ASSEMBLY
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 All American school buses manufactured May 18, 2015, to November 9, 2015, and Vision school buses manufactured May 8, 2015, to October 27, 2015, equipped with certain Transpec T6000, T6100, and T7000 series school bus stop ... Read more
Consequence
Without a reflective decal, the stop arms would have reduced visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop arm blade assembly, free of charge. The recall began on January 28, 2016. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242 or the manufacturer of the stop arms at 1-800-951-7867. Blue Birds number for this recall is R1... Read more
15V696000 Oct 23, 2015
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling one 2017 Vision transit bus. In the affected vehicle, the windshield wiper motor harness connector may have been installed incorrectly, causing the wiper system to stop without warning.
Consequence
Inoperative windshield wipers may decrease the driver's visibility during inclement weather, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify the owner, and a dealer will inspect and repair the wiper motor connection, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R15YH-NSB.
15V691000 Oct 23, 2015
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Vision school buses manufactured September 3, 2015, to September 18, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the windshield wiper motor harness connector may have been installed incorrectly, causing the wiper system to stop withou... Read more
Consequence
An inoperative windshield wiper may reduce the driver's visibility during inclement weather, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and correct the wiper motor connection, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R15YH-SB.
15V591000 Sep 23, 2015
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2016 Vision school buses manufactured on August 16, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the Engine Control Module (ECM) may short circuit, causing the engine to stall without warning.
Consequence
An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
The affected buses have been corrected. Therefore, an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact Blue Bird's customer service number at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's recall number is R15YG-SB.
15V277000 May 12, 2015
SEATS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2016 Vision and All American rear engine school buses manufactured February 11, 2015, to April 2, 2015. The affected vehicles have seat bottoms whose foam core may not meet the flammability requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safe... Read more
Consequence
If the seats are built with this seat bottom foam core, the seats may not resist catching fire in the presence of an ignition source, increasing the risk that a fire may start or spread.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the school bus seat bottoms with foam that is compliant to the safety standard, free of charge. The recall began on June 9, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R15YD-SB.
15V181000 Mar 27, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Vision school buses manufactured June 19, 2014, to December 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the voltage inverter for the illumination of the driver's heater control panel may fail.
Consequence
An inverter failure may produce smoke and increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inverter with an inverter from an alternate vendor, free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R15YA-SB.
15V180000 Mar 27, 2015
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Vision non-school transit buses manufactured June 19, 2014, to December 11, 2014. In the affected vehicles, the voltage inverter for the illumination of the driver's heater control panel may fail.
Consequence
An inverter failure may produce smoke and increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will replace the inverter with an inverter from an alternate vendor, free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's number for this recall is R15YA-NSB.
15V136000 Mar 10, 2015
SEAT BELTS
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2013-2016 All American A3FE, A3RE, T3FE, T3RE, and D3RE school buses manufactured June 28, 2012, to September 25, 2014, and 2013-2016 Vision BBCV school buses manufactured June 9, 2012, to September 30, 2014. Incorrect fasteners may... Read more
Consequence
If the seat belts are improperly anchored, there is an increased risk of occupant injury in the event of a crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the the seat gusset reinforcement mounting fasteners, and will install an additional gusset reinforcement bracket, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 2, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242.... Read more
14V798000 Dec 17, 2014
PARKING BRAKE
Defect Description
Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 Vision and All American school buses manufactured July 8, 2014, to September 22, 2014. These buses, equipped with hydraulic brakes, may have an incorrectly manufactured parking brake pedal assembly which could separate and... Read more
Consequence
If the parking brake does not engage properly, the vehicle may unexpectedly move, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Blue Bird will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the date code on the parking brake pedal assembly and will replace the assembly if it is within that date range, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2015. Owners may contact Blue Bird customer service at 1-478-822-2242. Blue Bird's ... Read more
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| ENGINE | 1 |
ENGINE
Feb 27, 2020
Incident date: Feb 24, 2020
SCHOOL BUS DRIVER REPORTED AN OIL LEAK AT THE REAR OF THE LEFT SIDE VALVE COVER. I INSPECTED THE BUS AND SAW A LOT OF OIL ON THE FRAME AREA ON THE LEFT SIDE ENGINE AREA. CHECKED THE VALVE COVER BOLTS FOR TIGHTNESS AND FOUND THE BOLTS TO BE TIGHT. AT THE REAR OF THIS VALVE COVER THE AREA IS VERY TIG... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Jul 11, 2018
Incident date: Jul 10, 2018
FAILURE OF THE PROPORTIONING VALVE WHICH IS CAUSING PREMATURE BRAKE PAD WEAR ON THE REAR. THE VEHICLE HAS AIR DISC BRAKES. WE HAVE SEVERAL IN OUR FLEET THAT HAS THIS ISSUE. WE BROUGHT THE BUS IN FOR SERVICE AND UPON INSPECTING THE BRAKES WE DISCOVERED THE ISSUE. WE HAVE CONTACTED THE COMPANY WE PU... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2016 BLUE BIRD VISION
97 manufacturer communications from 44 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 21 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 19 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 6 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| 045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC | 5 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 4 |
| 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL | 3 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 3 |
Draglink01312024
Jan 31, 2024
010000 STEERING
Uploading documents that will be sent out to customers to educate them about draglink maintenance.
Draglink01312024
Jan 31, 2024
010000 STEERING
Uploading documents that will be sent out to customers to educate them about draglink maintenance.
SU2201
Aug 18, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Cummins recently issued Temporary Repair Practice (TRP2484) for certain vehicles with DEF sensor failures in which DEF sensor replacement parts are not available. This provides a temporary ECM calibration that inhibits engine warning messag
S21AZ
Jun 10, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Overview: Certain 2013 through 2022 model year Blue Bird Vision School and Non-School Bus units has experienced signs of single strand failing, leading to multiple stands, and eventually belt failure. The belt composition is not ideal for
DOR-K2T5D-01
Dec 3, 2020
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
This SKU is a DEF Injector. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the sealing. The injector sealing may have an issue which will cause a slow leak. A slow leak of the DEF Injector can lead to crystal
DOR-K2T5D-01
Dec 3, 2020
073200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
This SKU is a DEF Injector. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect the sealing. The injector sealing may have an issue which will cause a slow leak. A slow leak of the DEF Injector can lead to crystal
SM2001
Aug 25, 2020
100000 POWER TRAIN
The intent of Service Memorandum SM2001 is to ??A???A???A?Announce a New Blue Bird Dealer Process??A???A???A? now available to perform a Ford Powertrain Control Module (PCM) modification remotely at the dealer service center location. This
SM1904
Oct 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SM1904: New Ametek Parts & Software New Ametek instrument cluster part numbers and software now listed on the Blue Bird Dealer Vantage website. Also listed is a new Ametek gateway module and applicable software. New Ametek gateway modul
SM1905
Oct 15, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SM1905: Blue Bird Vantage Dash Fault Codes Website Blue Bird Vantage "Dash Fault Codes" website page has been updated to include additional new fault codes for all applicable system types (brake, engine, and transmission). Also, "Powertr
S19AG
Sep 19, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Blue Bird has determined that the CIT brand air conditioning relays should be replaced with Song Chuan brand relays (PN 00079077). Additionally, the wiring harness (PN 10023917) connected to the relay base should be inspected for any sign o
S19AG
Sep 19, 2019
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Blue Bird has determined that the CIT brand air conditioning relays should be replaced with Song Chuan brand relays (PN 00079077). Additionally, the wiring harness (PN 10023917) connected to the relay base should be inspected for any sign o
R17ZB
Sep 18, 2017
220000 SEATS
Blue Bird Body Company has decided that a defect which relates to motor vehicle safety exists in certain model year 2015-2019 Vision School Buses manufactured from July 18, 2014, through July 19, 2017, and certain model year 2018-2019 All A
R17ZBDL91117
Sep 18, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
NHTSA Recall number 17V-510 School bus.
R17ZBDL91117
Sep 18, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
NHTSA Recall number 17V-510 School bus.
R17ZBDL91117
Sep 18, 2017
220000 SEATS
NHTSA Recall number 17V-510 School bus.
SU1702
Jun 1, 2017
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
The intent of SU1702 is to provide service part replacement instructions for our new Ametek instrument cluster. The new cluster will be in full production beginning June 5, 2017. During the time between now and June 5, 2017 Blue Bird will b
R17YY Instructio
Apr 25, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The chassis mounted battery box support brackets may develop cracks or fracture and could allow the battery box to separate from the chassis and fall.
R17YY Instructio
Apr 25, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
The chassis mounted battery box support brackets may develop cracks or fracture and could allow the battery box to separate from the chassis and fall.
R17YY Instructio
Apr 25, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The chassis mounted battery box support brackets may develop cracks or fracture and could allow the battery box to separate from the chassis and fall.
R17YZ Owner Lett
Apr 12, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Recall R17YZ, HSM/C E White 3-Point Belt D-Ring Mounting Nut
R17YZ Owner Lett
Apr 12, 2017
150000 SEAT BELTS
Recall R17YZ, HSM/C E White 3-Point Belt D-Ring Mounting Nut
R17YZ Dealer Let
Apr 12, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Blue Bird has determined that some school bus seats equipped with 3-Point Lap/Shoulder Belts may contain loose or missing (due to a loose mounting nut
R17YZ Dealer Let
Apr 12, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
Blue Bird has determined that some school bus seats equipped with 3-Point Lap/Shoulder Belts may contain loose or missing (due to a loose mounting nut
R17YZ Dealer Let
Apr 12, 2017
220000 SEATS
Blue Bird has determined that some school bus seats equipped with 3-Point Lap/Shoulder Belts may contain loose or missing (due to a loose mounting nut
R17YY Owner Lett
Mar 27, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
The chassis mounted battery box support bracket(s) on certain Vision buses may develop cracks or fracture and could allow the battery box to separate from the chassis and fall.
R17YY Owner Lett
Mar 27, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
The chassis mounted battery box support bracket(s) on certain Vision buses may develop cracks or fracture and could allow the battery box to separate from the chassis and fall.
R17YY Owner Lett
Mar 27, 2017
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The chassis mounted battery box support bracket(s) on certain Vision buses may develop cracks or fracture and could allow the battery box to separate from the chassis and fall.
R17YY (SB)
Mar 20, 2017
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain model year 2015-2018 Vision School Buses manufactured from February 19, 2014, through March 3, 2017. The chassis mounted battery box support bracket(s) on certain Vision buses may develop cracks
R17YY (SB)
Mar 20, 2017
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Blue Bird Body Company is recalling certain model year 2015-2018 Vision School Buses manufactured from February 19, 2014, through March 3, 2017. The chassis mounted battery box support bracket(s) on certain Vision buses may develop cracks
Dealer Memo 17-2
Mar 14, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
This dealer memo announced a product upgrade program on 6.8L Gen3 Propane Engines. This is being done as a product upgrade and to increase customer satisfaction. Blue Bird will be updating all Gen3 Propane buses with the improved Gen4 roll
Dealer Memo 17-2
Mar 14, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This dealer memo announced a product upgrade program on 6.8L Gen3 Propane Engines. This is being done as a product upgrade and to increase customer satisfaction. Blue Bird will be updating all Gen3 Propane buses with the improved Gen4 roll
SM1608
Dec 8, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
New Blue Bird Support Center - Technical Bus Support: Dealer memo to announce the new on-line Blue Bird Support Center for technical bus support requests.
SM1607
Dec 6, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
Ford 6R140 Transmission Shift Cable Adjustment: Dealer memo to provide instructions to properly adjust the shifter cable in the event a repair involved removal or disconnecting the shift selector at the transmission or shifter on BBCV?s e
S16YW Instructio
Oct 2, 2016
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Side Emergency Door Heater Pipe.
S16YW Instructio
Oct 2, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Side Emergency Door Heater Pipe.
S16YW Instructio
Oct 2, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Side Emergency Door Heater Pipe.
S16YW School Bus
Sep 9, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Will require inspection of the heater ppe installation at thr side emergency door.
S16YW
Sep 9, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
S16YW, Side Emergency Door Heater Pipe: Certain 2016 through 2017 model year Blue Bird Vision and All American School and Non- School Buses equipped with optional Side Emergency Doors manufactured from October 21, 2014, through July 14, 20
S16YW School Bus
Sep 9, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Will require inspection of the heater ppe installation at thr side emergency door.
S16YW Dealer Let
Sep 9, 2016
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Side Emergency Door Heater Pipe.
S16YW Dealer Let
Sep 9, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Side Emergency Door Heater Pipe.
S16YW Dealer Let
Sep 9, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Side Emergency Door Heater Pipe.
S16YW Non-School
Sep 9, 2016
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Will require inspection of the heater pipe installation at the side emergency
S16YW Non-School
Sep 9, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Will require inspection of the heater pipe installation at the side emergency
S16YW Non-School
Sep 9, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Will require inspection of the heater pipe installation at the side emergency
S16YW Owner Lett
Sep 9, 2016
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Side Emergency Door Heater Pipe.
S16YW Owner Lett
Sep 9, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Side Emergency Door Heater Pipe.
S16YW Owner Lett
Sep 9, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Side Emergency Door Heater Pipe.
S16YW School Bus
Sep 9, 2016
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Will require inspection of the heater ppe installation at thr side emergency door.
S16YW Owner Lett
Sep 9, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Certain 2016 through 2017 model year Blue Bird Vision and All American School and Non- School Buses equipped with optional Side Emergency Doors manufactured from October 21, 2014, through July 14, 2016, will require inspection of the heater
S16YW Owner Lett
Sep 9, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Certain 2016 through 2017 model year Blue Bird Vision and All American School and Non- School Buses equipped with optional Side Emergency Doors manufactured from October 21, 2014, through July 14, 2016, will require inspection of the heater
S16YW Owner Lett
Sep 9, 2016
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Certain 2016 through 2017 model year Blue Bird Vision and All American School and Non- School Buses equipped with optional Side Emergency Doors manufactured from October 21, 2014, through July 14, 2016, will require inspection of the heater
S16YW Instructio
Sep 9, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Side Emergency Door heater piping may not be installed properly. Floor covering material may not be trimmed properly forcing heater pipe to be too high.
S16YW Instructio
Sep 9, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Side Emergency Door heater piping may not be installed properly. Floor covering material may not be trimmed properly forcing heater pipe to be too high.
S16YW Instructio
Sep 9, 2016
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Side Emergency Door heater piping may not be installed properly. Floor covering material may not be trimmed properly forcing heater pipe to be too high.
S16YW Dealer Let
Sep 9, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Certain 2016 through 2017 model year Blue Bird Vision and All American Non-School Buses equipped with optional Side Emergency Doors manufactured from February 26, 2015 - May 4, 2016, will require inspection of the heater pipe installation a
S16YW Dealer Let
Sep 9, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Certain 2016 through 2017 model year Blue Bird Vision and All American Non-School Buses equipped with optional Side Emergency Doors manufactured from February 26, 2015 - May 4, 2016, will require inspection of the heater pipe installation a
S16YW Dealer Let
Sep 9, 2016
160000 STRUCTURE
Certain 2016 through 2017 model year Blue Bird Vision and All American Non-School Buses equipped with optional Side Emergency Doors manufactured from February 26, 2015 - May 4, 2016, will require inspection of the heater pipe installation a
S16YU
Sep 1, 2016
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
S16YU, Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement: Certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American School Buses manufactured from November 15, 2013 through August 3, 2016 and certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All A
S16YU Non-School
Sep 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American School Buses manufactured from November 15, 2013 through August 3, 2016 and certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American Non-School Buses manufactured from July 20, 2014 through M
S16YU Owner Lett
Sep 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
On the subject buses, the possibility exists for an oil leak between the axle shaft and hub. To correct this it is necessary to replace both existing rear axle flange gaskets with new gaskets.
S16YU Owner Lett
Sep 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
On the subject buses, the possibility exists for an oil leak between the axle shaft and hub. To correct this it is necessary to replace both existing rear axle flange gaskets with new gaskets.
S16YU Owner Lett
Sep 1, 2016
204000 WHEELS:HUB
On the subject buses, the possibility exists for an oil leak between the axle shaft and hub. To correct this it is necessary to replace both existing rear axle flange gaskets with new gaskets.
S16YU Owner Lett
Sep 1, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
On the subject buses, the possibility exists for an oil leak between the axle shaft and hub. To correct this it is necessary to replace both existing rear axle flange gaskets with new gaskets.
S16YU Instructio
Sep 1, 2016
040100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Rear axle shaft flange gasket torque relaxes allowing for possible oil leak between the axle shaft and hub
S16YU Instructio
Sep 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Rear axle shaft flange gasket torque relaxes allowing for possible oil leak between the axle shaft and hub
S16YU Instructio
Sep 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Rear axle shaft flange gasket torque relaxes allowing for possible oil leak between the axle shaft and hub
S16YU Non-School
Sep 1, 2016
022510 SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE
Certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American School Buses manufactured from November 15, 2013 through August 3, 2016 and certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American Non-School Buses manufactured from July 20, 2014 through M
S16YU Non-School
Sep 1, 2016
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American School Buses manufactured from November 15, 2013 through August 3, 2016 and certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American Non-School Buses manufactured from July 20, 2014 through M
S16YU Instructio
Sep 1, 2016
106200 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Rear axle shaft flange gasket torque relaxes allowing for possible oil leak between the axle shaft and hub
S16YU Non-School
Sep 1, 2016
106200 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American School Buses manufactured from November 15, 2013 through August 3, 2016 and certain model year 2015-2017 Vision and All American Non-School Buses manufactured from July 20, 2014 through M
S16YU School Bus
Sep 1, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Equipped with optional Air Disk Brake will require replacement of both existing
S16YU School Bus
Sep 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Equipped with optional Air Disk Brake will require replacement of both existing
S16YU School Bus
Sep 1, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Equipped with optional Air Disk Brake will require replacement of both existing
S16YU Non-School
Sep 1, 2016
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Equipped with optional Air Disk Brake will require replacement of both existing
S16YU Dealer Let
Sep 1, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
S16YU Dealer Let
Sep 1, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
R16YT US Instruc
Sep 1, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Propane fuel lines may be crossed and/or rubbing. Crossed and/or rubbing fuel
R16YT US Instruc
Sep 1, 2016
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Propane fuel lines may be crossed and/or rubbing. Crossed and/or rubbing fuel
R16YT Owner Lett
Aug 15, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Certain buses equipped with Ford 6.8L Propane Engines could have incorrect fuel line routing.
R16YT Owner Lett
Aug 15, 2016
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Certain buses equipped with Ford 6.8L Propane Engines could have incorrect fuel line routing.
R16YT Dealer Let
Aug 15, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Certain buses equipped with Ford 6.8L Propane Engines could have incorrect fuel line routing
R16YT Dealer Let
Aug 15, 2016
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Certain buses equipped with Ford 6.8L Propane Engines could have incorrect fuel line routing
S16YS
Jul 25, 2016
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
S16YS - Vision Ford 6.8L Engine Oil Requirement: Certain 2013 through 2017 model year Blue Bird Vision Ford 6.8L Drivers and Service manuals list either 5W-20 or 5W-30 Engine Oil Requirements. At your next and all subsequent oil changes, B
SM1605
Jul 22, 2016
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Maximum Oil Drain Intervals for Cummins ISB 6.7: Dealer Memo is to clarify the service maximum interval for the engine oil and filter replacement, in all Driver?s Handbooks and Service Manuals for 2015 and 2016 Vision, Forward Engine All A
S16YN
Apr 11, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Service Bulletin: Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Nut Replacement: Certain 2015 through 2017 model year Blue Bird Visions and All Americans School and Non-School units equipped with optional Air Disc Brakes manufactured from Novembe
SU1603
Mar 22, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
ACTIA Instrument Cluster Replacement: Instructions for ACTIA Instrument Cluster Replacement features.
S16YJ
Feb 4, 2016
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Service Bulletin: Rear Engine Exhaust Cables: Certain 2011 through 2017 model year Blue Bird All American Rear Engine school and non-school buses manufactured from June 5, 2010 through December 8, 2015, and equipped with optional Cummins
SM1602
Jan 26, 2016
117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Dealer Memo on ACTIA Instrument Cluster Updates, Enhancements SM1602 is applicable to buses originally built with ACTIA instrument clusters. Buses were built buses with ACTIA instrument clusters from the 2011 year model until the 2018 yea
SM1601
Jan 14, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Blue Bird Troubleshooting Guides: Blue Bird announcement of the addition of troubleshooting guides for assisting in the service of the Blue Bird products. These troubleshooting guides are available on the Vantage website.
S16YU Owner Lett
Jan 9, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
S16YU Owner Lett
Jan 9, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
S16YU Owner Lett
Jan 9, 2016
045000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
Rear Air Disc Brake Axle Shaft Flange Gasket Replacement.
SB-SM-1505
Jul 15, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
BLUE BIRD BUS: INFORMATION REGARDING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF AIR INTAKE TRACT WHICH IS CRITICAL FOR PROPER PERFORMANCE AND LIFE OF ENGINE AND BUS ENGINE SHOULD NOT BE RUN WITH AIR CLEANER OR FILTER ELEMENT REMOVED. MODEL 2016. *
SB-SM-1505
Jul 15, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
BLUE BIRD BUS: INFORMATION REGARDING INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE OF AIR INTAKE TRACT WHICH IS CRITICAL FOR PROPER PERFORMANCE AND LIFE OF ENGINE AND BUS ENGINE SHOULD NOT BE RUN WITH AIR CLEANER OR FILTER ELEMENT REMOVED. MODEL 2016. *
No comms 2022-10
Oct 17, 2022
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for October 2022 for Blue Bird Body Company.
No comms 2023-12
Jan 1, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for December 2023 for Blue Bird Body Company.
NHTSA Safety Investigations, BLUE BIRD VISION
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE23004
Opened: Mar 17, 2023 , Closed: Feb 28, 2024
Blue Bird Draglink Failures
On March 17, 2023, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE23-004 to investigate instances of drag link separation in model year (MY) 2016-2020 Vision school buses manufactured by Blue Bird Body Company (Blue Bird). Since drag links are serviceable items that can wear out, ODI opened this... Read more
PE10018
Opened: May 27, 2010 , Closed: Jul 9, 2010
Engine Compartment Fires
This investigation was opened after ODI became aware of four engine compartment fires allegedly related to fuel leakage from the engine's fuel injector system.ODI conducted field examinations and communicated the identified concerns to Blue Bird.ODI also had discussions with Caterpillar, the engine ... Read more
PE09029
Opened: Jun 5, 2009 , Closed: Aug 28, 2009
SUDDEN LOSS OF POWER ASSIST STEERING
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED AFTER ODI RECEIVED SIX FLEET COMPLAINTS (19 BUSES TOTAL) ALLEGING REPEATED ISSUES OF THE POWER STEERING RESERVOIR GASKET FAILING.IT WAS ALLEGED THAT THE DEGRADED GASKET FELL INTO THE POWER STEERING PUMP, RESULTING IN AN INCREASEDSTEERING EFFORT.ODI IS AWARE OF TWO BUSES... Read more
PE09007
Opened: Feb 12, 2009 , Closed: Apr 9, 2009
COOLING FAN SEPARATION
A BLUE BIRD CORPORATION SERVICE BULLETIN DATED DECEMBER 18, 2008, WARNS OWNERS THAT THE RADIATOR COOLING FAN ASSEMBLY MAY HAVE BEEN INSTALLED USINGINCORRECTLY SIZED BOLTS AND SPACERS ONMODEL YEARS 2008 AND 2009 VISION SCHOOL BUSES. THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE FAN BLADE MAY SEPARATE FROM THE CLUT... Read more
PE09001
Opened: Jan 5, 2009 , Closed: Mar 4, 2009
ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRE
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED AFTER ODI LEARNED ABOUT A FIREALLEGED TO HAVE STARTED FROM THE MAIN BATTERY CABLE CHAFING AT THE REAR OF THE ENGINE.THE SUBJECT BUS WAS A NEW 2008 MODEL AND THE BATTERY CABLE RUNS FROM THE ELECTRICAL JUNCTION BLOCK TO THE BATTERY.THE PROBLEM ONLY AFFECTS BUSES EQUIPPED ... Read more
PE08038
Opened: Jun 4, 2008 , Closed: Aug 4, 2008
HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSE CHAFING/LEAKING
IN APRIL, 2008, ODI RECEIVED A LETTER FROM THE MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL ALLEGING THAT THEIR FIELD INSPECTORSWEREFINDING HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSES THAT WEREBEING CUT OR CRUSHED BY THE SHARP EDGES OF THE BUS BODY AT THE FIREWALL.THEY ALSO SUPPLIED INFORMATION ON ONE BUS THAT EXPERIENCED TOTAL BRAKE L... Read more
PE06026
Opened: Jul 10, 2006 , Closed: Aug 31, 2006
OVER STRESSED BATTERY CABLES
THIS INVESTIGATION WAS OPENED AFTER ODI WAS NOTIFIED BY THE GSA AUTOMOTIVE ENGINEERING DIVISION THAT THEY HAVE HAD THREE INCIDENTS WHERE ABATTERY CABLE TERMINAL END FAILED. GSA REPORTED THE POSITIVE BATTERY CABLE AS BEING TOO SHORT AND BEING STRESSED DURING NORMAL OPERATION RESULTING IN A COMPLETE S... Read more
PE06014
Opened: Apr 6, 2006 , Closed: Jul 13, 2006
BRAKE AIR PRESSURE BUZZER INOPERATIVE
SEE CLOSING REPORT.
BLUE BIRD VISION - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the BLUE BIRD VISION across all model years (2004, 2019).
399
Total Recalls
24
Total Complaints
8
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
BLUE BIRD VISION - Year by Year
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